Student Behavioral Associate - UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital
About The Position
Millions of Americans live with mental illness- nearly one in five adults, and more than one in seven children and adolescents ages 6-17. If you are a current student in a behavioral health or healthcare program and are seeking meaningful, real-world experience in psychiatric care, we invite you to join our growing team and apply for our Student Behavioral Associate (SBA) opportunity today! As an SBA, you will support the physical and emotional care of psychiatric patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role provides hands-on clinical experience that directly aligns with your academic studies and future career goals in behavioral health!
Requirements
- Current full-time enrollment in an accredited school in healthcare related baccalaureate (Nursing and Psychology preferred). Other majors will be considered
- Current full-time enrollment in a diploma, Associate, or Bachelor level nursing program.
- Must be available and agree to work weekends and holidays.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
- CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- CCM training is required within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter
- Act 33 Child Clearance with Renewal
- Act 34 Criminal Clearance with Renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Comprehensive Crisis Management
Nice To Haves
- No prior experience required!
Responsibilities
- Support psychiatric daily routines and activities for daily living
- Observe patient behaviors and document care
- Assist with de-escalation and crisis intervention
- Help maintain a safe, structured and therapeutic environment
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Assists with physical care, clinical interventions & daily activities.
- Document in medical records.
- Communicate with treatment team regarding patient observations & care.
- Maintain a safe environment.
- Effectively manage crises using positive approaches.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings.
- Ensure a safe & clean milieu.
- Stay up to date on technology, best practices and hospital compliance policies.
Benefits
- This is a paid position at the set rate of $19.00 per hour.
- comprehensive onboarding and training
- classroom training and unit shadowing within the first 4-6 weeks of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
